District Status: Elementary/Middle School Activities Canceled SupportED - Health & Wellness

The Fort Wayne Community School’s Health Services staff supports student achievement by implementing strategies that promote health and wellness.

FWCS school nurses work in partnership with Parkview Community Health Improvement Initiative nurses to provide access to appropriate health care for students and their families. School nurses provide the connecting link between families, health care providers, school staff, and community resources.

School nurses provide medical interventions for students who have acute and/or chronic health concerns to improve student health and support school achievement and success. School nurses assist students to develop the skills necessary for successful.

School nurses provide health promotion, disease prevention education and activities for students, staff and families. While supporting goals to maintain optimal health and encouraging attitudes conducive to positive health practices, school nurses effectively impact the community as a whole.